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Panama

Panama vs Puerto Rico, which is right for your business?

Panama vs Puerto Rico, which is right for your business? If you’re looking for a tax-efficient international structure for your business, there are two competing offers: You can set up…

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Your Escape Plan

Ready to Retire in Europe? A How-to-Guide to Retirement Outside of the U.S.

Ready to Retire in Europe? A How-to-Guide to Retirement Outside of the U.S. If retiring is something that you can’t get off of your mind, it might be a good…

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Belize

What Type Of Business Should You Start In Belize And What Businesses To Avoid

What Type Of Business Should You Start In Belize And What Businesses To Avoid Belize is a top destination for American expats. Ambergris Caye (San Pedro) is one of my…

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Your Escape Plan

10 Things That You Must Do if You Ever Visit England

If you really want to make the most of your holiday time, where should you go? The answer is obvious – England! It is a land of historic castles, parks,…

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Your Escape Plan

Back to Budapest (Part 2)

Back to Budapest (Part 2) Link to previous article in this series: Part 1. Welcome back! Now that you’ve got the basics of Budapest under your belt, it’s time to move…

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World’s Best City for Expats

World’s Best City for Expats I’m often asked which is the world’s best city for expats? After 15 years of research, and travelling the globe (sacrificing for this article), I’ve…

A traditional Thai wedding ceremony with elaborative clothing and a bowl of fruit

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A Thai Wedding Ceremony – What You Need to Know

When getting married in Thailand, there are two types of weddings. There is the traditional Buddhist religious ceremony and the legal marriage registration. The ceremony is the wedding, however, the registration takes care of legal aspects. This is paperwork to be filled out to officiate the marriage.

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Africa

Cultural Customs and Must-Try Traditions of Marrakesh

Cultural Customs and Must-Try Traditions of Marrakesh Offering an intoxicating mix of African charm and Islamic traditions, it’s no wonder Marrakesh is one of the most favored destinations to visit…

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Asia

Trekking, Temples, and Tan Lines in Thailand

Trekking, Temples, and Tan Lines in Thailand There’s no doubt that Thailand is rapidly becoming more desirable, accessible, and affordable. However, this increasing convenience comes at a price. So if…

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Real Estate

A Guide For Foreigners Looking To Buy Real Estate In The Philippines

A Guide For Foreigners Looking To Buy Real Estate In The Philippines Real estate in the Philippines is ripe for investing, and a buyer would find potential returns in the…